Aim: How do we find a specific term of a binomial expansion?

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to...
  1. determine the middle term of an expanded binomial by using the Binomial Theorem
  2. determine a specific term of an expanded binomial by using the Binomial Theorem


Answer the following questions as you watch the videos:
1. What is the rule for finding the specific term of a binomial expansion?
2. Write the formula to find the specific term of a binomial expansion.






This one is good. Use your calculator to figure out the combination


Same guy - different problem. Use your calculator to find the combination


Classwork: find the 4th term of the expansion of (b + 5)^10. (Ans: 15000b^7)


Homework: Answer problems 12-20, 22, 23

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Answers:

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Journal entry: Explain what would happen if (x + y)^-3 were expanded using the Binomial Theorem.